Magic gold

Through a long history of gold, people believed that gems and precious metals have magic properties, which can be applied in healing various ailments and improving spiritual power.

Healing with gold
The noblest of all precious metals, gold is non-toxic, pliable and resistant to corrosion and wear. No wonder gold properties were soon considered to be a powerful healing tool in Medicine. The main reason why gold was used in treatment was its ability to convey energy. People thought that due to this effect they can heal arthritis, epilepsy, spine curvature, autism and many other diseases.
Gold healing properties are well seen in mental treatment. It can stimulate brain activity, and benefit creative thinking. According to strong belief that gold is great in conducting powerful energy it has favorable effects on nerve system. Gold potential to release from tension, to silence anger and to imbue you with self-assurance was a sufficient cause to think that it can serve as a kind of therapy for human beings.

Spiritual power
Being a sun-color metal, gold was therefore associated with sun power. As Sun gods were of primary importance in many cultures, there was assumed that gold may as well increase the energy of its owner. Some gemstones set in gold could amplify the power even to a greater extend. For example, ruby in gold setting can invigorate your body, while topaz with gold can make you look fabulously charming for those around. Sun-powered gold can dissipate negative energy. Just on the contrary, those who don’t strive for self-enrichment, may experience reverse effects. In Asia, it was a part of tradition to add gold to statues as it was thought to enliven their soul.

Astrological meaning
Gems, crystals and precious metals were frequently mentioned in Astrological knowledge. It was known from the ancient times that stones have supernatural properties. Gold was a symbol of fire element and thus Leo sign, which was under Sun influence. Belief that Leo’s flamboyancy and outstanding personality is intensified by gold was very strong in Western Astrology. In Vedic Astrology, gold was ruled by another major planet Jupiter and its natives under Sagittarius and Pisces signs. Of course, these signs are thought to have shining and creative individuality.

Gold and status
Gold was mainly a prerogative of those with a high social position. Other people couldn’t even dream to have a piece of gold as it was restricted. Egypt pharaohs possessed all the gold. With the only exception they gave gold coins to the bravest officers. During Roman times, gold rings could be worn only by people of the superior rank. The Inca women wore gold to distinguish their noble status.